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Sapta Dhatus / Seven Tissues

by Swami Jnaneshvara Bharati 
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Sapta Dhatus are the seven tissues that form or flow in the physical body. These are aspects of the physical or medical science of Ayurveda. From the standpoint of meditation and contemplation, these seven are encountered, explored, and set aside as not being the Self or Atman, as is done with the other inner instruments. For example, see the other aspects described in the Witnessing article. The Dhatus are reffered to as not Self in the Atma Shatakam by Adi Shankara.

Rasa Dhatu: Fluid, plasme that is digested and then nourishes cells

Rakta Dhatu: Blood cells that are the foundation of life

Masma Dhatu: Muscle tissue or flesh that provides strength

Medas Dhatu: Fat that lubricates the body

Ashti Dhatu: Bones and cartilage that provide support

Majja Dhatu: Marrow that supports Ashti Dhatu

Shukra Dhatu: Tissue that helps reproduction, including semen

 

 

 

 

 

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